Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
What Buyers Say
Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
The Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and impressive low-light performance, making it a top choice for astrophotography and landscape work. Users highlight its lightweight build and beautiful bokeh, though some note minor issues like barrel distortion at close range and the lack of built-in image stabilization. A few reviewers experienced autofocus problems with certain copies, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight and portable
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- Barrel distortion at close range
- No built-in image stabilization
- Autofocus issues on some copies
- Requires lens corrections for best results
- Expensive
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its excellent optical performance, sturdy yet lightweight build, and fast autofocus. Users highlight its versatility as a workhorse zoom for both photo and video, with particular appreciation for the linear focus mode on compatible cameras. A few note the shallow depth of field is limited due to the Micro Four Thirds system, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent optical performance
- Sturdy yet lightweight build
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile zoom range
- Linear focus mode for video
Cons
- Limited shallow depth of field
- Focus-by-wire system not linear
- No built-in gear ring for cine use
- Slight chromatic aberration in high contrast
Scores
Specifications
| Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 14 |
| Groups | 10 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Sub Wavelength Coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 239 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 0.21x★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L-series RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM 24mm
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.